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James Morgan

Former Georgia Bulldog named as NFL’s highest-graded rookie in Week 1

Former Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Jalen Carter was an absolute menace in NFL Week 1. Carter, a rookie on the Philadelphia Eagles, recorded eight pressures and one sack against the New England Patriots.

As a result, Carter was Pro Football Focus’ highest-graded rookie in NFL Week 1. Carter finished with a grade of 92.1 in Week 1, which was the best grade, by far, of any rookie.

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Jalen Carter slid in the first round of the 2023 NFL draft. However, he found a perfect home with the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles have several of Carter’s former Georgia Bulldog teammates and one of the fiercest pass rushes in the NFL.

Carter played a big role in Philadelphia’s 25-20 road win over the New England Patriots. Georgia football fans can watch the Eagles on Sept. 14 at 8:15 p.m. ET as they play against the Minnesota Vikings.

Jalen Carter will end up going down as one of the steals of the 2023 NFL draft if he keeps up this level of play.

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